Both account types are free, and have always been free for webOS.
https://developer.palm.com/index.php?option=com_user&vie...
There is no fee required to distribute in the catalog, for either a paid or free app.
https://developer.palm.com/index.php?option=com_user&vie...
There is no fee required to distribute in the catalog, for either a paid or free app.
You'll notice a Community Membership doesn't mention anything about application submissions. Developer Memberships allow you to...
* Enroll in the webOS Developer program ($99/year; covers up to xx application submissions)
* Submit you webOS application(s) for review and approval by Palm
* Upon approval, your application(s) will be signed to verify its status as Palm approved
* Your signed application(s) will be listed in the HP webOS Application Catalog
If you click thru to signup it reads:
Benefits of a Developer Account - Develop, distribute & manage your apps - Download the SDK - Get documentation, contribute on the forums - Free - annual fee waived for a limited time - Always free for Open Source Developers
"limited time" here being ... always. Its always been that way and there is no sign its going to change.